Pseudotuberculosis (Псевдотуберкулез)

Pseudotuberculosis (Псевдотуберкулез, السل الكاذب) is an infectious zoonotic bacterial disease caused by a Gram-negative bacterium genus Yersinia, and characterized by a scarlatina-like clinical picture.
Pathogen – Yersinia pseudotuberculosis

Epidemiology

For the Epidemiological aspects see section “yersiniosis “.

Clinical picture

The Clinical manifestations of pseudotuberculosis have no fundamental differences from yersiniosis. A special feature is the frequent appearance of scarlet-like punctate rash on a diffuse erythematous base in the form of “stockings”, “gloves”, “cap”, arthralgia syndrome is more pronounced.

Diagnostics and Treatment

For the principles of diagnosis and treatment, see section “yersiniosis“.

Verified by: Dr.Diab (January 7, 2017)

Citation: Dr.Diab. (January 7, 2017). Pseudotuberculosis Epidemiology Clinic and Treatment. Medcoi Journal of Medicine, 3(2). urn:medcoi:article16609.